Wear This Now: Black and White

J. W. ANDERSON top, JENNIFER MEYER necklace, DRIES VAN NOTEN brogues, ISABEL MARANT skirt

Power Animals

Is 2012 the opulent year of the Dragon? How about the delicate solid gold sea horse? Or maybe 2012 is more a friendly 18 karat gold piglet for you? Whatever it is, the kitschy animal necklaces I like to layer are suddenly elevated in precious metals, diamonds and gemstones, leaving them to be quite the statement piece.

Find yours:

Itty Bitty Diamond Rings

Itty bitty tiny diamonds on delicate, dainty little bands. What's not to love?I was given a handful of these kinds of rings from my mom who had them made when she was growing up in Mexico, and I have to say they are some of my most precious and favorite possessions. They are so tiny, they embody what my mom is to me: dainty, feminine, timeless. In a world of over-accessorizing, it's nice to know that a personal style note of mine can be understated rings like these. 

Looking to buy some? Jennifer Meyer gets it. She has affordable options (starting at $175), and you can buy them in a variety of stones and metals. Shop them below!

Jennifer Meyer White Gold & Tiny Diamond Ring, Gold & Turquoise Thin Ring, Gold & Sapphire Thin Ring, Gold & Diamond Thin Ring, Diamond Bar Ring, Gold & Emerald Thin Ring, Diamond Circle Ring, Gold & Ruby Thin Ring

The Essentials: A Shift Dress, A Well Fitted Bra, and Patent Leather Loafers in a Romantic Blush.

j.crew, barneys.com

It doesn't get any more comfortable and chic than a shift dress. You can layer it up or down, with collars, or long sleeves, or tights or what-ever. This one by Mason by Michelle Mason has a touch of luxury with the addition of black leather around the neckline, giving it a modern edge. Keep it bright by pairing it with J. Crew patent leather loafers in a blush color, and keep it quirky by layering trouser socks in a light plum color.

Why the VPL bra? Because a) it's gorgeous, b) the fit is comfortable and c) you walk a little different when the undergarments are as fantastic looking as you look on the outside.

Final touch? A delicate circle diamond ring by Jennifer Meyer. Honestly, this woman makes delicate rings for reasonable prices. When you're talking about diamonds, that is.